“Everyone is Doing Great” is a witty new series on Amazon Prime that was created by Stephen Colletti and James Lafferty. #Powerjournalist Markos Papadatos has the recap.
The synopsis is: Five years after the end of their hit series “Eternal,” Seth (Stephen Colletti) and Jeremy (James Lafferty) lean on each other as they struggle to regain their former level of success and relevance.
The series follows Jeremy and Seth, two actors whose wildly successful television show has come to an end. Five years later, the glow of fame has faded, and both men are forced to confront an uncomfortable question: What happens when the thing that once defined you is no longer there? The answer is refreshingly human.
What initially appears to be a breezy comedy about two former television stars struggling to find their footing becomes something considerably richer: an honest, funny, and surprisingly moving exploration of friendship, love, identity, and the complicated reality of growing up.
Lafferty and Colletti have tremendous chemistry together. Their performances are natural and unforced, allowing the humor to emerge organically from the characters rather than relying solely on punchlines. There is an appealing vulnerability underneath the comedy, particularly when Jeremy and Seth are forced to confront their insecurities, disappointments, and questionable life choices.
That emotional honesty is one of the show’s greatest strengths. Sean Carrigan is remarkable as Michael Niccoli, and everyone in the cast is given their own characterization.
The supporting cast adds another layer of charm and depth, with Alexandra Park and Cariba Heine among the performers who help give the series its warm, poignant quality. Nobody feels like a disposable character. Everyone brings something distinctive to the story, and the ensemble benefits from a genuine sense of camaraderie.
There is also something wonderfully self-aware about the premise. Lafferty and Colletti understand the peculiarities of being actors who became famous through a beloved television series, and that experience gives “Everyone is Doing Great” an authenticity that is difficult to manufacture. The series can laugh at the entertainment industry while simultaneously acknowledging how difficult it can be to move beyond the role that made you famous.
Most importantly, however, this is a show about friendship. Jeremy and Seth may be messy, immature, frustrating, and occasionally their own worst enemies, but their bond provides the emotional heartbeat of the series. Their friendship feels imperfect in precisely the right way. They tease each other, challenge each other, disappoint each other, and ultimately show up for one another.
That is what makes the series so timely and relatable. “Everyone is Doing Great” also deserves praise for its willingness to balance comedy with genuine emotional stakes. It isn’t afraid to let a joke sit beside a painful moment or to allow its characters to make mistakes without immediately turning them into villains. The result is a show that feels considerably more mature than its title might suggest. There is heart here, and plenty of it.
Conclusion
Ultimately, “Everyone is Doing Great” is a delightful reminder that success isn’t necessarily about having everything figured out. Sometimes it is simply about continuing to move forward, learning from your mistakes, and having the right people beside you when life inevitably takes an unexpected turn.
With its terrific ensemble, engaging storytelling, winning humor, and emotional sincerity, “Everyone is Doing Great” is an entertaining and uplifting series that deserves to be discovered by a much wider audience. It garners 4.5 out of 5 stars, and it deserves another season!
Read More: Sean Carrigan interview about “Everyone is Doing Great.”
